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Local Lawmaker Outlines 'Down Time'

If you've ever wondered what lawmakers do when they are not in Springfield, a local legislator can verify most downstate lawmakers are still working.
 
State Senator Chapin Rose explains he'll put 40,000 to 45,000 miles on his personal vehicle during periods when lawmakers are not gathered at the capitol. He says he's got a big area to cover and plenty of people to work with.
 
 
With lawmakers moving around the area, there is some activity in Springfield. Sen. Rose explains some lawmakers will continue to meet as a part of working groups.
 
 
Sen. Rose says the attitude of a Chicago lawmaker is vastly different. He says a Chicago lawmaker can make it across their district in less than 20 minutes. Additionally, the news of Chicago is dominated by the local news, but state news falls sometimes unnoticed.
 
 
Sen. Rose points out the perception that most lawmakers are lawyers is actually inaccurate. He says of the 180-some lawmakers, only about 40 are lawyers. 
 
He also notes, much time is spent writing legislation for the upcoming year along with working with individual constituents on amending laws or getting them changed. He also points out, the communication with fellow legislators is almost constant. 

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